EVENT DETAILS

In collaboration with the New-York Historical Society and Oxford University Press, the Bryant Park Reading Room presents a series of free lectures to stimulate your mind on popular topics including biography, Civil War history, and more.

Abraham Lincoln's assassination—just days after the Confederate surrender at Appomattox—shocked a war-weary nation as it struggled to realize the challenges and consequences of reunification. Historian Martha Hodes delves into the intimate responses to this traumatic event from across the fragile union—from Northerners and Southerners to soldiers and civilians to former slaves and slave owners—and brings to life a moment of national uncertainty.

Martha Hodes, author of Mourning Lincoln, is Professor of History at New York University.

LOCATION

This program will be held at the Reading Room in Bryant Park. The Reading Room is located on the 42nd Street side of the park between 5th and 6th Avenues. Look for the burgundy and white umbrellas.

Rain Venue: In case of summer showers, there will be an on-site tent. In case of severe weather, please check bryantpark.org for the indoor location or contact the New-York Historical’s Department of Public Programs at 212-485-9205.

TICKETS

Free Admission. No advance reservations. First come, first served.

COLLABORATORS

This program is produced in partnership with the Bryant Park Corporation and Oxford University Press.